1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | F40 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
